Unpacking JSON Web Tokens (JWT)

This chapter explores the role of JSON Web Tokens (JWT) in modern web authentication, highlighting their structure, uses, and the inherent risks involved. The discussion covers the transition to stateless authentication, the advantages of JWT, and critiques the potential misapplication and security vulnerabilities associated with its implementation. It also compares JWT with other protocols like SAML, emphasizing the nuanced complexities of employing JWT in various scenarios.